Sawgrass Ford Blog Know the Difference Between Synthetic and Conventional Oil

You've heard the two terms before, but you might not be sure what exactly synthetic oil is and how it compares with conventional oil. You might also wonder which one you should be using or if you should switch depending on the vehicle. Thankfully, the terms are not that difficult to understand with the help of our Ford service team.Quite simply, conventional oil is made with natural oil with synthetic additives. Synthetic oil, on the other hand, is made of synthetic materials that were manufactured in a lab. How, exactly, do you know which one you should be using? Most cars are given synthetic oil because the viscosity is higher and provides a higher level of lubrication. Conventional oil, on the other hand, also has benefits for the right vehicle.If you're not sure which type of oil you should be putting in your vehicle, come over to Sawgrass Ford in Sunrise, FL and we'll help you choose the oil that is right for you vehicle.